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1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene

CAS 149330-25-6;
42

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

1-methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

This aromatic diamine derivative is used primarily as a coupling agent in oxidative hair dye formulations. It is classified as a skin sensitizer (H317) and eye irritant (H319) under GHS, and is subject to restrictions in the EU Annex III register for hair dye substances. The compound has aquatic toxicity concerns (H412), limiting its environmental profile.

Known concerns

  • Skin sensitizer (H317) - may cause allergic dermatitis
  • Eye irritant (H319)
  • Aquatic hazard (H412)
  • EU Annex III restricted for use in hair dye applications

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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